Environment and Nature

Situated in attractive natural surroundings the Youth Hostels in Baden-Württemberg are a perfect starting point for unique experiences of nature. In our Youth Hostels, environmental protection and environmental management are turned into a living reality: in the building, in the programmes and at the buffet. Ecologically aware, climateneutral, regional and fair. Environmental education and outdoor adventures are always on the agenda of the Youth Hostels.

So put on your walking shoes and shoulder your backpacks and off you go. You can go on foot, by bike, on a horseback, with a canoe or just climb up. You want to do a trip with the family, an excursion with the class or a group travel? The Youth Hostels offer the perfect program for everyone.

Beside of the local wildlife you can visit dinosaurs, find Neanderthal men and discoverfossils. Where can you find the most beautiful natural treasures? Put on your headlamp and enter the cave. Do you want to let your eyes wander over the north Black Forest region? Then climb up the 40 m to the observation tower of the top tree walk. When the cuckoo calls, the trip will start. In the Black Forest you can find Bollenhüte, regional delicacies, peace and originality, local wildlife and fauna, appealing exhibitions, special nature experience offers and well marked paths for everybody. THE visitor highlight of millions of tourist is the Bodensee, the so called Swabian Sea. Local recreation area, a paradise for water sports, drinking water reservoir and habitat for over 350 bird species. Or do you just want to drive in the refreshing water?

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Do you fancy a splashing canoe tour through the wild south? Off you go! Long calm river or turbulent rapids – in Baden-Wuerttemberg you can find it all. Enjoy an unforgettable canoeing or kayak trip on the Neckar, Kocher, Jagst or Danube.

Anyone seeking lofty heights will enjoy climbing in Baden-Wuerttemberg. There are many excellent rock climbing areas in the south of Germany suitable for beginners and experienced climbers. And several climbing parks or high rope courses in Baden-Wuerttemberg offer their guests an unforgettable experience.

Untouched nature, picturesque landscape and breathtaking views - hiking fans of all ages will find an extensive network of hiking paths in Baden-Wuerttemberg. Trek along impressive gorges, past waterfalls or walk to one of the numerous castles and fortresses. Baden-Wuerttemberg surprises!

Cycling is one of the world's most popular trend sports. Whether you are alone or with the family, whether you cycle sportily or comfortably - any cyclist will find his favourite route. Baden-Wuerttemberg has one of the most far-reaching route networks in Germany. This is not only fun, it also promotes good health.

Everything's green! Seven Natural parks, one National park and biosphere reserve plus Geopark - that means: 35% of Baden-Wuerttemberg are protected areas. Additionally there are natural reserves, protected forests as well as "FFH" areas and bird reserves. So take your walking boots, GPS and binoculars and here we go! .

Become a cave explorer in Baden-Wuerttemberg - because most of the show caves you will find here. It goes far below to the most beautiful dripstone caves with stalactites and stalagmites, to bones of cave bears and rhinos, to reefs and sponges, by foot or even by boat. In the mines by contrast it's everything about salts, silver and mining.